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How to Appraise Antique Dolls

Antique dolls can be very beautiful, hand-crafted and unique. They often have very high sentimental value. If they are authentic, they could also have very high monetary value. Or they may be reproductions worth very little. There is only one way to find out for sure. You must have them appraised. Read on to learn how to appraise antique dolls.

Things You'll Need

Doll price guide
Pen and paper

Instructions

- 1
  Look up the doll in question in a doll price guide to get a general idea of what the doll could be worth. You can purchase a comprehensive guide through the Official Price Guide to Dolls website. See the Resources section below for a link.
- 2
  Assess the wear and tear on the doll. Make a list of cracks, chips, faded colors and worn-down spots. Be very thorough.
- 3
  Check for a label, carving or imprint somewhere on the doll that might indicate that it is a reproduction, rather than an authentic antique doll.
- 4
  Take the doll to an antique shop and ask for help in determining the exact value of it. Show the shop owner your list of defects and imperfections. He will examine it carefully and perhaps even perform tests to see if the doll is authentic and appraise how much it is worth.

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